Baked Quinoa Directions

Cook the quinoa in 1 cup pineapple juice and 1 cup non-dairy milk (or water) with a pinch of salt, bringing it to a boil then turning down to low to simmer for 15 minutes. *Note: I’ll have my quinoa cooked before I start the class.

Mash the banana in a large baking dish. Once the quinoa is cooked, add it to the dish with the rest of the ingredients (except the coconut) and stir together. Sprinkle the coconut on top, and put the dish in the oven to bake at 350 degrees F for about 20 minutes.

And the video below is a little behind the scenes footage of us setting up before the class (nothing too exciting, but I show how to start the quinoa).

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Healthy Brunch

Cooked whole grains have more nutrients and are usually easier to digest than flour products (like bread). That doesn’t mean whole grain bread is unhealthy, but having some cooked quinoa instead sometimes is great.

The best sweetener is fruit – fresh fruit, pure juices, dates, dried fruits and fruit sugars. They bring sweetness along with flavor and nutrients. To make your brunch a really special treat, small amounts of unrefined sweeteners (like maple syrup or coconut sugar) are an excellent choice.

Complex carbohydrates (in whole grains and pseudograins like quinoa) are a great base for a healthy brunch to give you lasting energy for your day.

Using spices in a dish give flavor, help boost your digestive system and also add small amounts of key ingredients.

Healthy fats (in nuts and seeds) are not only necessary for your body’s functions but they make a meal more satisfying and filling.